Healthcare in the U.S. Virgin Islands: Supporting Well-Being and Growth
RTPark recognizes that a strong healthcare system is essential for sustainable economic and community development. The U.S. Virgin Islands (USVI) offers diverse healthcare options across all islands, ensuring the well-being of residents, businesses, and visitors.
Comprehensive Healthcare Facilities
The USVI is home to a diverse network of healthcare providers, including hospitals, specialized care centers, dental and vision services, and mental health facilities. This extensive infrastructure ensures that residents, businesses, and visitors have access to quality healthcare services across all islands.
St. Croix
The Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center (JFL) offers essential medical services and supports healthcare innovation. In response to the 2017 hurricanes, JFL established "JFL North," a temporary modular facility ensuring uninterrupted care and laying the groundwork for a new, state-of-the-art hospital.
St. Thomas and St. John
The Schneider Regional Medical Center (SRMC), featuring the Charlotte Kimelman Cancer Institute, provides comprehensive cancer care and serves both islands.
Community Health Centers
Healthcare facilities across the USVI provide holistic, community-driven services to meet the diverse needs of residents and visitors. These include:
- Island Health and Wellness Center on St. John: Offers affordable, patient-centered care with a focus on physical and mental well-being.
- Frederiksted Health Care on St. Croix: A federally qualified health center delivering comprehensive primary care, dental, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
- Myrah Keating Smith Community Health Center on St. John: A critical part of the Schneider Regional Medical Center system, providing primary care, emergency services, and specialty consultations.
- Plessen Healthcare on St. Croix: A state-of-the-art facility offering multi-specialty care, including primary care, ophthalmology, and outpatient surgery, with an emphasis on patient-centric and high-quality care.
- St. Thomas East End Medical Center Corporation (STEEMCC): A federally qualified health center on St. Thomas that offers a range of services, including primary care, pediatrics, women's health, and chronic disease management.
In addition to these centers, urgent care facilities like ProHealth operate across the territory, providing walk-in medical care for non-emergency situations. With multiple locations, ProHealth ensures residents and visitors have access to high-quality healthcare services, including lab testing, minor injury treatment, and routine care.
USVI Department of Health
The USVI Department of Health serves as a centralized resource, providing a comprehensive directory of healthcare programs and facilities, ensuring easy access to essential health information for all.
RTPark: Integrating Health and Innovation
As RTPark strives to establish the USVI as a technological hub, it acknowledges that quality healthcare is a cornerstone of sustainable development. By fostering innovation and resilience in the healthcare sector, RTPark strengthens the foundation for a thriving community and business ecosystem.
For more information on healthcare services in the USVI, please visit the USVI Department of Health.